Mossberg has dropped a bombshell in the tactical shotgun arena with the 990 SPX Magpul, a 12-gauge semi-auto beast that’s redefining reliability on their all-new semi-auto platform. Chambered for 2.75 and 3 shells, it rocks Magpul SGA stock and forend for that ergonomic edge, plus a hefty 7+1 or 9+1 capacity depending on the config. You’ve got your pick: the NFA-compliant 14.75-inch barrel version for SBR enthusiasts (tax stamp pending, of course) or the non-NFA 18.5-inch model that’s ready to ship without the wait. Ghost ring sights, M-Lok slots galore, and a clean gas-operated system promise smooth cycling through buckshot, slugs, or birdshot—think home defense dominance or 3-gunning glory.
What makes this more than just another scattergun? Mossberg’s jumping into the semi-auto fray with a platform that’s reportedly smoother and more tunable than their older 930/935 lineage, borrowing cues from the high-end competition world while keeping MSRP around $900-$1,000—democratizing premium performance for the everyman defender. In a market flooded with pricey Benellis and pricey imports, this Magpul collab screams value: customizable, suppressor-ready (with the shorty), and built to shrug off the dirtiest range days. It’s a direct shot at AR-12 pretenders, proving pump-actions aren’t the only game in town for 2A purists who demand semi-auto speed without foreign dependency.
For the 2A community, the implications are electric—this isn’t just hardware; it’s Mossberg planting a flag in the semi-auto shotgun renaissance, potentially pressuring competitors to innovate or get left in the dust. With ATF eyes ever-watchful on NFA items, the dual-barrel rollout smartly caters to both rule-followers and those pushing modular boundaries (hello, pinned muzzle devices). Expect this to fly off shelves, fueling builds from truck guns to castle keepers, and reminding us why American ingenuity keeps the Second Amendment locked and loaded. If you’re building a go-to defensive stable, the 990 SPX demands a spot—watch for reviews to confirm it’s the next must-have.
